The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) on Friday reported a shift in foreign investment flows for October 2024, with net outflows amounting to USD529.68 million.
Lending activity among banks remained robust in October, with universal and commercial banks (U/KBs) reporting a 10.6 percent year-on-year expansion in outstanding loans, slightly easing from the 11 growth in September, the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) reported on Friday.
The national government (NG) reported a strong fiscal performance in October, recording a P6.3 billion surplus, a significant turnaround from the P34.4 billion deficit in the same month last year.
Manila Electric Co.'s (Meralco) power generation arm, Meralco Power Gen Corp. (MGen), is actively pursuing the development of new coal-fired power plants, despite a government-imposed moratorium on new coal projects.
The Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI) is offering motorists a way to save on fuel through its Petron BPI Mastercard, which provides rebates and flexible payment options.
SM Investments Corporation is strengthening how it communicates with stakeholders through its online platform, SM In Focus, which has gained over 137,000 subscribers and more than 2.5 million views since launching in late 2024.
Philippine manufacturers facing rising fuel costs and global uncertainty are being presented with alternative energy supply options, as the private sector moves to cushion the impact of geopolitical tensions.
The Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) has introduced “Balik Ginhawa,” a program that gives government workers financial relief through a modified three-month loan moratorium.